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H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Cantonese Communal House: heritage of the Chinese-Vietnamese in Hanoi<\/h2>\n
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Among the Chinese-Vietnamese community in Vietnam, Cholon seems to be the most significant place as it is among the biggest Chinatowns in the world. However, when you visit H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Cantonese Communal House<\/strong> in Hanoi, you will get to know more about the Chinese-Vietnamese community living in the capital city of Vietnam.<\/p>\n

Newly renovated after centuries of being forgotten, H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Communal House today is a historical and cultural space where you can explore how the Cantonese community has thrived and become an inextricable part of the Hanoi population.<\/p>\n

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It is the only Cantonese communal house in Hanoi<\/h3>\n
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\nThe appearance of H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Cantonese Communal House after renovation<\/em>
\nImage credit: Hoang Duc Dung<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

To explore how the Cantonese came to settle down in northern Vietnam and how they have become part of the Hanoi population, H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Cantonese Communal House is where you should visit.<\/p>\n

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\nRelics and pictures related to the Cantonese community in Hanoi are exhibited in this communal house<\/em>
\nImage credit: Dinh Tuan<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

In Hanoi today, you may find traces of the Chinese-Vietnamese communities in two communal houses, one Cantonese and one Hokkien. After fleeing from China during the Qing Dynasty’s reign, these Chinese immigrants were permitted to settle down in the city by a Tr\u1ecbnh Lord about 400 years ago.<\/p>\n

When everything fell into place, they built two communal houses to worship their gods and get together on special occasions.<\/p>\n

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It has been renovated into a cultural space<\/h3>\n
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\nThe inner space of the communal house<\/em>
\nImage credit: Hoang Duc Dung<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

As its renovation has been completed in 2021, you can now explore its intriguing Cantonese architecture right in the ancient quarter of Hanoi.<\/p>\n

With an area of 1,800 square meters, the communal house has an impressive length compared to its modest width.<\/p>\n

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\nA small alley in this communal house with French and Chinese details<\/em>
\nImage credit: Anh \u0110\u1ee9c Nguy\u1ec5n<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

In contrast to a typical communal house front with ceramic tiles and figurines of deities and sacred animals, H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Cantonese Communal House’s main building is remarkable with French-styled pillars and olive leaves details, proving the diversity of culture of Hanoi at the time it was constructed.<\/p>\n

Inside the house, you can find a lot of pictures and relics illustrating the history of the Chinese-Vietnamese community in Hanoi. The house also has a separate corner to celebrate Sun Yat-sen, the leader of the 1911 revolution in China. In fact, around 1904, he used to spend some time visiting Hanoi and Cholon and stayed in this communal house.<\/p>\n

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It is also an art gallery<\/h3>\n
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\nThe signature R\u1ed3ng r\u1eafn l\u00ean m\u00e2y\u00a0artwork at this communal house<\/em>
\nImage credit: N Linh<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

After the renovation, the house has also become an art gallery. Next to the section celebrating the Chinese-Vietnamese community is the space for modern artwork. As soon as you enter the house, you will see r\u1ed3ng r\u1eafn l\u00ean m\u00e2y, <\/em>a long white cloth with Chinese calligraphy on it. Named after a Vietnamese traditional game, this work signifies the harmony between Chinese and Vietnamese culture.<\/p>\n

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\nAn exhibition of calligraphy works in the communal house<\/em>
\nImage credit: Dinh Tuan<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Going further, you can see many paintings by young Vietnamese artists. The exhibits will be renewed regularly depending on the theme of the exhibitions.
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H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Cantonese Communal House<\/h3>\n
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After the total renovation in 2011, the communal house is a significant attraction where you can discover the legacy of the Chinese-Vietnamese, particularly those of Cantonese descent, in the capital city.<\/p>\n

The house is now a cultural space with regular exhibitions of diverse topics. Therefore, this place is ideal for any culture vultures.<\/p>\n

H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Cantonese Communal House<\/strong>
\nAddress: <\/span><\/strong>22 H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Street, H\u00e0ng Bu\u1ed3m Ward , Ho\u00e0n Ki\u1ebfm District, Hanoi
\nOpening hours: <\/span><\/strong>8AM-5PM (weekdays), 8AM-9PM (weekends)
\nEntrance fee: <\/span><\/strong>Free<\/p>\n

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